Senior Software Engineer

Support NASA missions! The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) is a multi-mission science and flight operations center for NASA’s flagship observatories on the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus in Baltimore, Maryland. 

The position is with the Science Instrument Calibration Software Branch (SCSB) within the Data Management Division (DMD).

This position can support hybrid work onsite and at home. Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to our local market. (MD, DE, VA, PA, DC & WV).
This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Residence in order to meet ITAR requirements.

Senior Software Engineer:

Primary responsibilities include:

In this position, you will be responsible for developing software for processing astronomical data in a fast-paced multi-mission environment. You will build calibration software capable of precise reductions of astronomical observations and interact with astronomers to deliver innovative solutions to solve cutting-edge astronomical problems.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Developing software for the James Webb Space Telescope pipeline
• Contributing to open source python packages for scientific analysis
• Automating pipeline processing and data quality monitoring

Qualifications and Job Requirements:

You are able to identify problems and implement solutions and offer guidance to development teams and end-users.

• Expertise in using Python       
• Experience with open source libraries like NumPy, SciPy, Astropy
• Experience with astronomical data
• Familiarity using Git in a team setting
• Familiarity with testing tools
• Familiarity with spectroscopy observations is a plus
• Experience with C is a plus
• Strong teamwork, analytical, problem-solving, planning and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Bachelor’s degree in: Computer/Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Astronomy.

Education or professional background in astronomy or software development in a research environment is advantageous.

Salary range is $130K - $140K. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Our excellent benefits include:

• Employer retirement contribution – direct STScI contribution of 10% of your salary from your first day.
• 12 days sick leave, up to 24 days vacation, and 10 paid holidays.
• Flexible work schedule with work/life balance.
• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/prescription plans, and more!

TO APPLY: Senior Software Engineer

Applications received by February 03, 2025 will receive full consideration. Applications received after this date will be considered until the position is filled.

Explore all career opportunities at www.stsci.edu/opportunities

STScI offers a flexible and welcoming workspace for all. STScI embraces the diversity of our staff as a strategic priority in creating a first-rate community. We strongly encourage women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and disabled individuals to apply for these opportunities. Veterans, disabled individuals, or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process can contact us at careers@stsci.edu EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

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